Ready Teddy
Parent Orientation Night
Open House For Families Will Be
Ready Teddy Preschool
Flex Scheduling
Market Day
Spring Open House and Science Fair
Enrichment Classes
Village Potter’s Class
2012-13 Registration Begins February 20th
Additional information click here 2012-13 Fall Registration Information
Preschool Director: Cristina D’Anna
School Year September 10, 2012 – May 24, 2013
Our preschool is designed for children ages 2.5 through 5 years old, including Pre-Kindergarten. Our curriculum is based on a non-repetitive four-year cycle. The following is a brief outline of what the curriculum offers for each group. Illinois Early Childhood Standards and Benchmarks are used for learning curriculum. Additional information is available in our Parent Handbook.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
6:00 – 7:30 pm (without child)
The evening will provide an opportunity to meet the preschool staff, tour the school and receive additional information pertinent to the 2012-2013 School Year. Class curricula, field trips, special events, and discipline are a few of the topics to be discussed. Parent Preschool Handbooks, school calendar and other handouts will be available.
Friday, September 7, 2012
This is the opportunity for all children and their parents registered for Ready Teddy to come and meet the teacher, preview the classroom, and become familiar with the school surroundings.
First day of school is Monday, September 10, 2012.
| AGE: | 2.5 — 3 years |
| FEE: | $103.00 Non-Resident fee is $117.00 |
| DAY / TIME: | Mondays/Wednesdays 8:45 — 10:45 am 11:00 — 1:00 pm Tuesdays/Thursdays 8:45 — 10:45 am 11:00 — 1:00 am Additional classes start January, 2012 Tuesdays/Thursdays 8:45 — 10:45 am 11:00 — 1:00 pm |
| Learning centered around play! In the early years socializing with others is important in getting ready for school. Social skills and self-esteem will be enhanced. Alphabet time, counting time, painting, music, and colors are all part of the learning fun. | |
| AGE: | 3 years |
| FEE: | $112.00 Non-Resident discount fee is $98.00 |
| DAY / TIME: | Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 8:30 — 10:30 am 10:45 — 12:45 pm 1 :30 — 3:30 pm |
| This three-day-a-week class has been designed for children who are 3 years of age. Focus is on readiness skills through small and large group activities. Social, emotional and physical needs of this age group will be developed. Art projects, music, letters, numbers, colors, and daily gym are all incorporated. | |
| AGE: | 4, 5 and Pre—Kindergarten |
| DAY / TIME / FEE: | Mondays/Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays 3-hour mornings $183.00 Non-Resident fee is $193.00 8:30 — 11:30 am 2 1/2 hour afternoons $163.00 Non-Resident fee is $173.00 12:30 – 3:00 pm |
| Reading and math readiness skills are integrated into a program designed to stimulate learning and build self-confidence. Good work habits develop social and communication skills. Individual achievement is recognized and creativity encouraged. Art, music, drama and computer workshop are all included. Gym is daily. “Book it” and “Lets Find Out” are integrated into the Pre-Kindergarten curriculum. Five and five-year plus children will be preparing for kindergarten. | |
Registration for Preschool is open throughout the year, as long as there is space available. We welcome visitors! Please make an appointment by calling the Preschool Director, Cristina D‘Anna at 708-354-4157.
Pre-registration for Fall 2012-2013 school year requires a non-refundable registration fee of $40.00. NOTE: Pre-registration for present preschool class resident families will begin February 20, 2012 a1 8:30 am. All residents may pre-register beginning February 21, 2012, at 8:30 am. Present class non-residents may begin registration on February 23, 2012 at 8:30 am. Registration is open for general public beginning February 24, 2012 at 8:30 am. PROOF OF RESIDENCY REQUIRED. (example is a water bill, gas bill, or electric bill in your name).
Flex Scheduling is an optional program, which can be combined with our Ready Teddy Preschool Classes and is available between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Students of Ready Teddy, ages 3 and older that are toilet-trained, can register for the flex-scheduling program. Information is available by calling the Ready Teddy Preschool Director at 708-354-4157.
Ready Teddy is sponsoring Market Day. Participation is open to everyone. Market Day will be available all year long.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012, from 6:30 — 8:00 pm.
Our selection of enrichment classes will provide a focus for special interests. Look for the Ready Teddy icon and match classes that will enrich your preschooler’s day. Additional fees very. Class descriptions and times are detailed within the fall brochure. Registration for enrichment classes is required. Children are supervised to and from classes.